Welder

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Company Profile

SPX Technologies is a global industrial company specializing in engineered solutions across HVAC, detection, and measurement sectors.

Job Profile

The company (Weil-McLain) is hiring a Welder who will perform welding operations, including MIG and TIG, and Spot/Resistance Welding.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, a High School Diploma (a plus)

Work Experience

• Possess work-related experience (a plus)

License/Certification

• Welding certification or equivalent (preferred)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations.
• Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques.
• Interpret the Blueprint and set up equipment so that quality components to specification are produced with minimal input from others.
• Perform First Piece inspection as needed.
• Perform functions necessary as prescribed by the Work Order and Blueprint.
• Perform post-weld grinding operations, so as to achieve a quality straight line finish, so that final painted parts will pass Quality Inspections.
• Perform welding of seams, joints, and fill openings in panels; fitting pieces to assure proper alignment.
• Set up and adjust MIG, TIG, or Spot-Welding equipment, and troubleshoot poor quality welds.
• Set up Weld Jigs as available. If not available, be able to fix parts with miscellaneous holding techniques in order to produce a part within specification.
• Work on other Fabrication and paint equipment as needed.
• Welds all types of materials.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to perform moderate PM procedures.
• Able to understand production planning requirements.
• Blueprint reading and mechanical abilities.
• Must be able to and have experience in the setup and operation of MIG, TIG, and Spot/Resistance welders.
• Must be able to read calipers and other metrology equipment.
• Must be able to see flaws in welds or structural imperfections in the metal.
• Must be able to set up weld jigs and use various clamping methods to produce prototypes.
• Must be able to weld Cold Rolled Steel, Stainless Steel, Galvanized, and Aluminized Steel products with the appropriate welding process.
• Must have an excellent attendance record.
• Some computer knowledge.
• Ability to safely and efficiently set up and operate MIG, TIG, and spot-welding equipment
• Strong math skills (decimals, fractions, use of calculator).
• Welders can expect long hours on their feet, often in hot conditions.

Work Environment

• Standing for extended periods
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Production Floor

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
• Generous and flexible paid time off, including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave

Employer’s Statement

SPX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.